Yes, we offer nitrous oxide sedation at our Louisville dental office. Nitrous oxide, also known as “laughing gas,” can keep you calm and relaxed while you’re with us. If you suffer from dental anxiety, a strong gag reflex, special needs, or require numerous procedures in one visit, nitrous oxide is a popular treatment option.
How Does Nitrous Oxide Work?
When you arrive for your dental visit, we’ll place a small mask over your nose. Nitrous oxide is mixed with oxygen, and when you breathe it in, it goes directly into your bloodstream.
Nitrous oxide triggers your brain to release endorphins and dopamine, raising your pain threshold and making you feel happy. It also blocks the chemical messenger in your brain that’s responsible for stress and anxiety so that you can remain calm.
Although it works quickly, it also wears off quickly, so within about five minutes of removing the mask, your mind is clear, and you can go back to your busy day.
Sedation Options in Louisville, KY
If you’d like to learn more about how nitrous oxide can make your dental visit more comfortable and efficient, our caring team will be happy to assist you! At Robinson Family Dental, we strive to help patients of all ages get the care they deserve and actually look forward to caring for their teeth and gums.
We are currently accepting new patients, and we’d love to meet you and your loved ones.